The excitement for the Women’s T20 World Cup is at its peak as it prepares to kick off in the UAE on Thursday. The big question is whether a new champion will emerge or if Australia, the three-time defending champions, will continue their dominance. Out of the eight T20 World Cups held so far, Australia has claimed the title six times, while England and West Indies have each won it once. No other country, including India, has yet lifted the T20 trophy.

However, this time, Australia’s path to victory doesn’t seem easy, with the Indian team posing the biggest challenge. Under captain Harmanpreet Kaur, India has made a strong case for themselves by winning both their warm-up matches. They have reached the T20 World Cup final once before, in 2020, where they lost to Australia. With matches being held in Dubai and Sharjah, India is considered a strong contender, given that the pitches here favor spinners. India boasts one of the best spin attacks in the world, making them a formidable opponent. As the tournament unfolds, fans eagerly await to see if Australia can maintain its supremacy or if India can seize the moment and claim their first T20 title.